Civilization VI iOS FAQ

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Created December 07, 2017 02:09

Updated

April 14, 2019 08:57

Hello, everyone!

As you might have noticed, we've recently announced that Sid Meier's Civilization VI is coming to iOS. You undoubtedly have some questions about that, so we've put together a list of frequently-asked questions to help keep you informed.

Which iPads does this work on?

Civilization VI requires iOS 11.1.2 on an iPad Air 2, iPad 2017, or any iPad Pro.

How do the touch controls differ from PC?

The touch controls work in the following ways:

Tapping units selects them. Dragging a unit to a tile will move and attack.

Press and hold to view tooltips.

Pinch to zoom the map.

Single-finger scrolling works on lists and moving the map.

Three-finger tapping can be used to close menus.

Is Civilization VI coming to Android or iPhone?

As of today, Civilization VI is only available on iPad. However, we are continuing to evaluate opportunities to eventually bring Civilization VI to other platforms.

How long does the battery last?

In our tests, the battery lasts more than three hours of gameplay on a full charge.

Yes. It is important to note that as of this point, multiplayer is LAN only.

What content is included with Civilization VI on iPad?

Civilization VI on iPad includes the original base game. It does not include DLC or the Rise and Fall expansion.

What about DLC or the new Rise and Fall expansion?

We hope to support DLC and expansions in the future but cannot confirm timing or availability at this time.

Can I play my friend who is on PC/ Mac while on my iPad?

Not at this time.

iPhone-specific questions

What content is included with Civilization VI on iPhone?

Civilization VI on iPhone is FREE for the first 60 turns where you can rule as Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. You can continue your conquering by unlocking the full base game as an in-app purchase. The full base game does not include DLC or the Rise and Fall expansion.

I already have Civilization VI desktop. Can I get the mobile version for free?

No. Since they’re separate platforms, each version needs to be purchased individually.

I already have Civilization VI on my iPad. Can I get the iPhone version for free?

If you’ve already purchased the full game on your iPad, you can unlock the full version on your iPhone right now! Just select Restore Purchases from the main menu of the app.

Which iOS devices does this work on?

Civilization VI iOS requires iOS version 11.4.1 or newer running on:

Phone 7

iPhone 7 Plus

iPhone 8

iPhone 8 Plus

iPhone X

iPad (2017)

iPad Air 2

iPad Pro

9.5"

10.5"

12" (1st and 2nd Gen)

* Official support for the new XS, XS Max, and XR coming soon!

How do touch controls differ from playing on a PC?

The touch controls are very intuitive, and we even added a “New to Mobile” Advisor that walks you through various touch controls. To access this Advisor, go to the Options menu and toggle the Advisor to “New to Mobile.” Here are some examples:

Tapping units selects them. Dragging a unit to a tile will move and attack.

Press and hold to view tooltips.

Pinch to zoom the map.

Single-finger scrolling works on lists and moving the map.

Three-finger tapping can be used to open and close menus.

What UI updates are specific for the iPhone?

The unit actions panel has been modified to accommodate the small screen size.

The turn button has been reduced to only display the main icon.

Buttons in all four corners of the screen are now collapsable to allow more screen space.

Build options for builder units are now displayed horizontally along the top of the unit panel.

Notifications can now be viewed in full screen when selecting the notification button.

The Game Options and Civilopedia buttons have been moved to the left of the turn counter.

In-game Map Options have been moved to the Interface tab of the Game Options menu.

iPhone X exclusive orientation

Is cloud saving enabled to sync progress between my iOS devices?

Not at this time. However, saves can be moved manually using the steps below:

Exporting saves:

Connect your iPhone/iPad to a computer with iTunes.

In iTunes, select the iPhone/iPad.

Select File Sharing, then Civilization VI.

Drag the Sid Meier's Civilization VI folder to the desktop.

Saves are stored in the Saves\Single folder.

Importing saves:

Drag the Saves folder back into the Sid Meier's Civilization VI folder in iTunes.

Confirm the overwrite.

Sync to return the files to the iPhone/iPad.

Is Civilization VI coming to Android?

We are continuing to evaluate opportunities to bring Civilization VI to other platforms. Look out for it on November 16th for Nintendo Switch!

How long does the battery last?

In our tests, up to three hours of gameplay on a full charge. This could vary based on device model and play style.